Question 692 in the bank

You step on the brake pedal and feel that the service brake (foot brake) is not working. What will you do?

  1. Correct answer: Try to brake using the hand break.
  2. Turn the stirring wheel quickly to the right to break by changing the direction of the wheels.
  3. Use the horn and turn-on the lights to warn the driver in front of me.
  4. Try to break by stepping on the clutch pedal.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Try to brake using the hand break.

When the service brake is not working, use the hand brake (parking brake), which is a braking system separate from the service brake. Apply it gradually so as not to cause a skid. Pressing the clutch pedal only disconnects the engine from the wheels and does not brake, and turning the steering wheel sharply may cause loss of control.

Topic: Safety. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Motorcycle (A), Tractor (1), Private car (B).